Infinix Note 12 G96 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Infinix Note 12 G96 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 46/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 493,222); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12 G96 doesn't; the Infinix Note 12 G96 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 218g).
Infinix Note 12 G96
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 185g vs 218g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
Comparing the Infinix Note 12 G96 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 25 points higher (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Infinix Note 12 G96 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Infinix Note 12 G96 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×76.8×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Infinix Note 12 G96
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Infinix Note 12 G96
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Note 12 G96
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Infinix Note 12 G96 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Infinix Note 12 G96 by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Infinix Note 12 G96
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (90/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Infinix Note 12 G96 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 by 25 points (71/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12 G96 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Note 12 G96 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 G96 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Note 12 G96 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.